The Impact of a SEL-Based School Transition Readiness Program for Fifth Grade Students

Authors

Abigail V. Hall, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow
Cynthia Haynes, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow
Trish ChialastriFollow

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Description

This poster presents a study that developed and evaluated a Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) based educational program designed to support fifth-grade students transitioning to middle school. This program targeted five key SEL skills: Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social-Awareness, Relationship Skills, and Responsible Decision-Making. The study aimed to improve students' occupational performance and self-perceived skill sets while also expanding knowledge on the role of OT with a psychosocial emphasis. The research addresses the gap in knowledge regarding SEL-based interventions for supporting students during critical educational transitions.

Publication Date

Spring 4-11-2025

Publisher

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Keywords

Students, School, Social-emotional learning, Education, Occupational therapy

Medical Subject Headings

Occupational therapy, Social-emotional learning

Disciplines

Elementary Education | Occupational Therapy

Comments

Poster presented at the in-person OTD Capstone Symposium, held at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences on April 11, 2025

Recommended Citation

Hall, A. V., Haynes, C., & Chialastri, T. (2025, April 11). The Impact of a SEL-Based School Transition Readiness Program for Fifth Grade Students. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesspring2025/15

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